Gladys Porter Early College High School is a 5A public high school in Brownsville, Texas, United States, and is one of the successors of Brownsville High School. It is one of six high schools operated by the Brownsville Independent School District.
Serving 1,683 students in grades 9-12, Porter Early College High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,683 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Porter Early College High School's student population of 1,683 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,683 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
School Rankings
Porter Early College High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Porter Early College High School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4709 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cowboy
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Porter Early College High School's ranking?
Porter Early College High School is ranked #4709 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Porter Early College High School often compared to?
Porter Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Veterans Memorial Early College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Porter Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Porter Early College High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Porter Early College High School?
1,683 students attend Porter Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Porter Early College High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Porter Early College High School?
Porter Early College High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Porter Early College High School offer ?
Porter Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Porter Early College High School part of?
Porter Early College High School is part of Brownsville Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Porter Early College High School located?
Porter Early College High School is located in the Southmost neighborhood of Brownsville, TX. There are 11 other public schools located in Southmost.
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